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Microcredentials in Higher Education (ELI Webinar) In-Person

Part 2 of the EDUCAUSE Learning Intiative's look at Microcredentialing and Digital Badging in Higher Education. This longer event will involve presentations on related topics, institutional case studies, and time for Q&A and group discussion. Register on the EDUCAUSE website and watch from your own computer. You will need to create an EDUCAUSE account if you don't have one, but Bryn Mawr College is a member, so both the account and the webinar are free. 

Description from ELI Website:

One in five colleges have issued digital badges, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) and Pearson of 190 institutions. Today, all kinds of organizations, from higher education institutions to professional associations to employers, are issuing digital microcredentials. The microcredentials could be in job-related soft skills, such as in communication, working with others and customer relations, or in critical reasoning, logic and problem solving. They also recognize technical skill development, such as content or assessments on data science, geographic information systems, or coding. Join us for this event, where we’ll explore various issues and developments in microcredentialing and digital badging in higher education.

  • What is the employer perspective on microcredentialing and digital badging?
  • How do digital badges support competency based learning and a multi-dimensional transcript?
  • What are appropriate indicators of quality and validity in digital badging programs?
  • What are the most effective employer engagement strategies?
  • What are some key drivers for academically focused badging initiatives in higher education?

Is This Event for You?

This online event will bring together a variety of teaching and learning professionals to explore successful models for leadership in teaching and learning. The session will be valuable for:

  • Learning technologists and instructional designers
  • Campus teaching and learning center directors and staff
  • Higher education registrars
  • Faculty members and instructors
  • Senior teaching and learning administrators (e.g., deans, provost office staff)
  • Librarians
Date:
July 12, 2017
Time:
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Online
Host:
Library & Information Technology Services
Categories:
  Digital Pedagogy     Webinar  

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